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Center for Advanced Technologies (CAT)

Our Center for Advanced Technologies graduates well-rounded engineers who have both academic preparation and hands-on work experience. Students complete internships in various aspects of engineering, and the top students work on our government research and development contracts. The R&D exposes students to state-of-the-art technology. Learn more »

Information Technologies Center

Our ITC program is noted for its success in preparing students for certifications offered by Microsoft, CompTIA and Cisco. After completing their course work, students often work together in teams with an instructor to study for the exams. That team spirit permeates the ITC and reflects Focus: HOPE's commitment to help individuals start on the path to promising careers. Learn more »

Machinist Training Institute

New technology in our Machinist Training Institute allows students to use computer software and CNC machines for manufacturing. They also use manual machines, like lathes and mills, to learn manufacturing concepts. By the time they graduate, students are prepared for to work in a variety of industries. Learn more »

Weatherization Program

New jobs are emerging in the weatherization area as federal funding has been made available to help low income homeowners make their residences energy efficient. Our 10-week weatherization training teaches how to install insulation, replace roof shingles, install new windows, re-glaze windows, etc. Contractors hire our graduates because they know they have the skills needed to get the job done right. Learn more »

Health Care Training

Our new Patient Care Technician program helps individuals launch careers in the growing health care industry. Those who are new to the health care field can earn a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)certification and become a Patient Care Technican (PCT). Those who have CNA certification can complete the PCT program in just 16 weeks. This program is offered in conjunction with Oakland University. Students participate in hands-on learning at the Oakland School of Nursing Riverview Institute in Detroit. Learn more »

Community and Economic Development

Focus: HOPE's commitment to the neighborhoods around our campus just got bigger. With the launch of our HOPE Village Initiative, Focus: HOPE will lead efforts to make this area a very desirable area to live, work, and raise a family. Our primary efforts will be directed toward helping families and supporting the education achievement of children at Glazer Elementary School and Paul Robeson Academy. Learn more »

Center for Children

At our Center for Children, youngsters exercise their bodies and minds. Each day is filled with new experiences that promote intellectual, physical, emotional and social development. The new climbing wall in the gymnasium is one of the more popular activities for older children. Our Summer Day Camp is so popular that children ask to come back each year. Learn more »

Youth Development

Urban and suburban teenagers share their experiences through two youth development programs at Focus: HOPE. In Focus on the Mission, students work with professional photographers to explore the city and its cultural areas. Before long, they are learning from one another and finding that, though their life experiences may differ, they share common interests and goals. Learn more »

Generation of Promise

Each year, high school juniors in the Generation of Promise program emerge with a greater understanding of diversity and a commitment to eliminate racism in our community. The teenagers start out as strangers and along the way develop friendships that span various cultural and economic boundaries. Students also participate in exercises that help them develop leadership skills. Learn more »

Food Program

Our food program is designed with the dignity of 41,000 participants in mind. In a setting that resembles a grocery store, participants receive a grocery list, make their food selections, then proceed through a checkout line. The mothers, children and senior citizens that come to one of our four food centers receive nutrionally-balanced food each month throgh this cost effective program admninstered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Learn more »

Hyundai Coat Give Away

Our partners truly extend themselves to assist others. Take the recent donation of 1,000 warm winter jackets by Hyundai Motor America. The donation enabled families, students and even residents of a nearby homeless shelter get badly needed coats. At our community distribution day, volunteer Demitrius Givens (center) from Blue Babies helped children shop for just the right jacket. Pleased with their selections are Devon Hodo, 6; Lawran Freeman, 9, and their mother Vikki Strickland with Jessie, 3 months. Learn more »

Microsoft and WALK 2009

An enthusiastic team of Microsoft colleagues walked in support of the Focus: HOPE mission at WALK 2009. After walking four miles, they enjoyed entertainment and camaraderie afterwards. Microsoft, which also donates software for our Information Technologies career training program and for Focus: HOPE operations, has been a WALK sponsor for several years. Learn more »

When the General Visits

Not many college students have the opportunity to interact with a four-star general. But when General Ann Dunwoody visited Focus: HOPE recently, Nichole Gilbert had the privilege of explaining her work on an exciting government R&D project. The project allows our engineering students to use the latest technology while researching how to restore parts that have been damaged by corrosion. Learn more »

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News

Glazer campaign nets technology...
An online campaign resulted in Glazer Elementary School receiving $50,000 in technology from Samsung. Read More »
$3 million broadband grant approved
Focus: HOPE and two partners received a $3 million grant to bring broadband to three neighborhoods in Detroit.... Read More »
Free Tax Preparation Available
Accounting Aid Society volunteers are helping prepare tax returns in our Westside Food Center. Read More »

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Events

Comcast Cares Day coming in April
Comcast colleagues will spend a day on our campus engaged in a variety of spring cleaning projects. Read More »
Learn About Career Training...
Learn about career training opportunities at our Open House March 17. You may get a little green (scholarship)... Read More »
Bridge Builder Dinner set for March...
Generation of Promise Bridge Builder Dinner March 25 Read More »

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Volunteer

Deliver food to homebound seniors
Volunteers are needed to pack and deliver food boxes to senior citizens who cannot get to a Focus: HOPE food... Read More »
Share your talents with FH...
Volunteers needed to work in various Focus: HOPE Departments. Read More »
Join a committee to plan WALK 2010
Our annual WALK requires a huge volunteer effort to organize and obtain sponsorships. Read More »

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Video

On hunger and civil rights, Part 1
Father William T. Cunningham gave a powerful talk about hunger and civil rights in 1988. Read More »
On hunger and civil rights, Part 2
Father William T. Cunningham gave a powerful talk about hunger and civil rights in 1988. Read More »
On hunger and civil rights, Part 3
Father William T. Cunningham gave a powerful talk about hunger and civil rights in 1988. Read More »

Family Learning Center Coming

Our Family Learning Center will be a hub of activity for families and children from our neighborhood. Opening on June 29, the center will provide an array of services and workshops to enhance academic, personal and professional growth.

HOPE in Focus Newsletter

Spring/Summer 2009

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